Mars Elementary School vs Sylvester Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Michigan, United States, 436 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Mars Elementary School
Berrien Springs · Public elementary · Grades PK–2
338 students
Sylvester Elementary School
Berrien Springs · Public elementary · Grades 2–5
394 students
| Measure | Mars Elementary School Berrien Springs, Michigan | Sylvester Elementary School Berrien Springs, Michigan |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 61 Top 50% | 35 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #444 of 1,581 | #1039 of 1,581 |
| National rank | #17520 of 50,301 | #35126 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–2 | Grades 2–5 |
| Students | 338 | 394 |
| Enrollment | 338 | 394 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 60.1% | 62.2% |
| Students per teacher | 12.1 | 14.6 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 42% |
| Math proficiency | – | 25% |
| city | Berrien Springs | Berrien Springs |
| state | Michigan | Michigan |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Mars Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (61.0 vs 35.3).
- •Mars Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (60.1% vs 62.2%).
- •Mars Elementary School does better on students per teacher (12.1 vs 14.6).
- •Sylvester Elementary School is the larger school with 394 students compared with 338.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Mars Elementary School better than Sylvester Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Mars Elementary School ranks higher (61.0 vs 35.3 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Mars Elementary School and Sylvester Elementary School?
About 436 m in a straight line, between Berrien Springs and Berrien Springs in Michigan.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Mars Elementary School: 338. Sylvester Elementary School: 394. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Mars Elementary School and Sylvester Elementary School rank in Michigan?
Mars Elementary School is 444th of 1,581 and Sylvester Elementary School is 1039th of 1,581 among elementary schools in Michigan on the 2025 Success Index (US).